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Girls Names Beginning With L

  1. Léa

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "weary"

    • Description:

      French version of Leah, currently popular with French-speaking parents. In this spelling, it looks pleasingly like the female equivalent of Leo (or Léo), and sounds like Leia.
  2. Loire

    • Origin:

      French river and region name

    • Description:

      The lovely sound and image of the French river and lush valley would make this a most distinctive and captivating choice. Pronunciation: low-ahr.
  3. Lovely

    • Origin:

      English word name

    • Meaning:

      "exquisitely beautiful"

    • Description:

      Word names are often genderless, but Lovely feels particularly feminine (cue Isn't She Lovely? by Stevie Wonder). Chris Brown chose this name for his daughter, born in 2022, which may give the name a boost.
  4. Lilas

    • Description:

      Lilas is a delicate feminine name derived from the French word for 'lilac,' the fragrant purple flowering shrub. This nature-inspired name carries the gentle, sweet associations of the lilac flower, which symbolizes spring, renewal, and first love in many cultures. While not extremely common internationally, Lilas has maintained steady usage in France and Lebanon, and among Arabic speakers (where it's pronounced LEE-las). The name has a soft, melodic quality with its repeated 'l' sounds and final 's' that is pronounced in French. Lilas offers a subtle alternative to more common floral names like Lily or Rose, while still evoking natural beauty and feminine grace.

  5. Laramie

    • Origin:

      Wyoming place-name, French

    • Meaning:

      "canopy of leafy boughs"

    • Description:

      Laramie was derived from the French word la ramée, meaning "leafy canopy." It was historically a French surname, but today it is a viable first name option for girls or boys. The balance is currently running at about seven girls for every boy named Laramie. The Wyoming city gives it more of a cowgirl Western than French vibe.
  6. Léonie

    • Origin:

      French

    • Meaning:

      "lion"

    • Description:

      Leona with a French accent that gives it a bit more flair. It's currently very popular there – in the Top 30 for French baby girls.
  7. Lía

    • Description:

      Lía is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins, primarily Spanish and Hebrew. In Spanish contexts, it's often a variant spelling of Lia or Lea, while in Hebrew tradition, it relates to the biblical Leah, meaning 'weary' or 'delicate.' The accent mark gives the name a melodic pronunciation emphasis (LEE-ah). Lía has gained popularity in Spanish-speaking countries and has seen increased usage internationally due to its brevity and mellifluous quality. The name balances cultural richness with modern simplicity, making it appealing across different communities. Its cross-cultural appeal and gentle sound have contributed to its growing presence on global name charts in recent decades.
  8. Leelee

    • Origin:

      Short form of Liliane

    • Meaning:

      "lily"

    • Description:

      Actress Leelee Sobieski's real name is Liliane, after her French grandmother -- a better choice for any baby-namer.
  9. Linetta

    • Description:

      Linetta is a feminine name with possible Italian or Latin origins, likely a diminutive form of names like Lina, Carolina, or Angelina. The suffix '-etta' typically adds a meaning of 'little' or 'small' to the root name. While not among the most common modern names, Linetta has a delicate, melodic quality that gives it unique charm. It shares similarities with more popular names like Linnea or Lynette, but maintains its own distinct character. The name may be associated with qualities like gracefulness and refinement. Linetta remains relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a feminine name with European flair.
  10. Laverna

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Description:

      Laverna was the Roman goddess of thievery, cheating, and the underworld. The original meaning of her name in unknown, however, there are several theories. One such theory states that Laverna is related to the Latin word for theif, laterniō, while another connects the name to levare, meaning "to lift," as in shoplifting. In the case of the latter, Laverna would mean "goddess of gain".
  11. Louisiana

    • Origin:

      French place-name

    • Description:

      Louisiana is a geographic spin on the Louise theme. Pretty, if a bit of a syllable overload. Short form Lou or Lulu lightens it.
  12. Lassie

    • Description:

      The name Lassie originates from Scottish culture, where it was traditionally used as a term for a young girl or maiden. However, its widespread recognition comes primarily from the fictional female collie dog character created by Eric Knight in his 1940 novel 'Lassie Come-Home,' which spawned multiple films and a popular television series. As a human name, Lassie is quite rare, maintaining an affectionate, loyal quality associated with the beloved canine character. The name carries connotations of faithfulness, heroism, and protective instincts. While uncommon as a given name for girls, it may occasionally be used as a nickname for names like Lassarina or simply to evoke the wholesome, classic Americana feel associated with the character.
  13. Lizette

    • Origin:

      French, diminutive of Elizabeth

    • Meaning:

      "pledged to God"

    • Description:

      Whether you spell it Lisette or Lizette, a somewhat dated diminutive that nevertheless retains some charm.
  14. Lemon

    • Origin:

      English word name

    • Description:

      Sweet but sharp, Lemon was given to a surprising 50 girls back in 2021, while in a more recent year, it was given to just shy of 30. Some parents may find it summery and refreshing, while others may feel it leaves a sour taste in the mouth; either way, Lemon sounds similar enough to on-trend choices like Lennon, Clementine, and Leni that it does have the potential to be used more often.
  15. Lissa

    • Origin:

      African, Arabic mythological name; diminutive of Melissa, Greek

    • Meaning:

      "honeybee"

    • Description:

      Lissa might be an abbreviation of Melissa, but it's more substantial in its own right: Lissa is the name of a supreme mother goddess in African mythology and an Arabic symbol of rebirth.
  16. Lyn

    • Origin:

      Variation of Lynn, Welsh

    • Meaning:

      "lake"

    • Description:

      Lynn was a Top 100 girls' name in the US from the 1940s through the 60s, and shortened form Lyn's popularity followed the same trajectory. Today, Lyn is far more often found as a name suffix, in popular names such as Evelyn and Brooklyn down to hundreds of invented choice from Timberlyn to Summerlyn. Big sister Lynn was given to only about 50 baby girls in one recent year, and Lyn to only six. While we don't foresee an imminent comeback, Lyn and Lynn could definitely rise in the coming decades via the Hundred Year Rule.
  17. Linnette

    • Description:

      Linnette is a delicate feminine name, primarily a variant spelling of Lynette, which itself originated as a diminutive of the Welsh name Lina, meaning 'idol.' It may also connect to the French 'linotte,' meaning 'linnet bird,' known for its melodious song. The spelling with 'i' gives it a slightly different visual character while maintaining the same pronunciation. Linnette enjoyed modest popularity in the mid-20th century but has since become less common. The name carries associations of songbirds and musicality, along with connections to Arthurian legend through the character Lynette. With its soft sounds and feminine ending, Linnette offers a gentle, refined choice that balances traditional roots with a touch of uncommon elegance for those seeking something familiar yet distinctive.

  18. Lilianna

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Liliana

    • Description:

      Deriving from "Lilian", as an elaborate form of the flower name, "Lily", Lilianna is a clean and polished spelling for those wanting the pronunciation Lily-Ann-uh.
  19. Lili

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Lily or diminutive of Lilian

    • Description:

      Lili has been blooming in many forms for a couple of decades now. The Lili version will surely get more attention now that the Duke and Duchess of Susses, aka Harry and Meghan, are using is as a short form for their daughter Lilibet Diana's name. Lili makes the slight and light though that is not necessarily a bad thing; it also mutes the name's floral identity and gives it a cute and quirky repetitive spelling, ala Coco and Lulu. A famous German song is titled Lili Marlene.
  20. Lynx

    • Origin:

      Animal name

    • Description:

      This big cat name is especially striking with its X ending.

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